A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault after four people were injured by a corrosive substance.

A group was involved in a disturbance shortly before 01:15 GMT on Saturday in Mansion Street, Margate, according to Kent Police.

During the incident, the force said a man allegedly sprayed others with a liquid, believed to be a strong alkali.

Two people suffered facial injuries, and two others had redness and irritation on the face or chest.

A 19-year-old man from Ramsgate was arrested on suspicion of assault on Monday and remains in custody while inquiries continue, police said.

When officers attended on Saturday, a bottle believed to have contained the substance used was found.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kent Police.

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